12.012 – APPLICABILITY OF LAWS AND RULES TO HOME-RULE
Texas Education Code § 12.012
Summary
This law clarifies that home-rule school districts in Texas must follow federal and state laws, but only specific provisions of the Texas Education Code apply to them. It also states that they are bound by rules from the State Board of Education or the commissioner only if explicitly authorized by the code.
Home-rule districts must follow federal and state laws.
Only specific provisions of the Texas Education Code apply.
Rules from the State Board apply if explicitly authorized.
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In simple terms: Learn about Texas's APPLICABILITY OF LAWS AND RULES TO HOME-RULE law, including definitions, penalties, and legal implications.. This means people must follow this rule, and breaking it can lead to criminal penalties.
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